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It takes an average of 2h 53m to travel from Shenfield to Cambridge by train, over a distance of around 40 miles (64 km). There are normally 159 trains per day travelling from Shenfield to Cambridge and tickets for this journey start from £17.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:49 | |
| Departure station | Shenfield | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 1h 36m | |
| Distance | 40 miles (64 km) | |
| Frequency | 159 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £17.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, London Overground, Thameslink |
Travelling from Shenfield to Cambridge by train
Looking to travel from Shenfield to Cambridge by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 53 minutes to travel from Shenfield to Cambridge by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 36 minutes though. You'll usually find 159 trains per day running along the 40 miles (64 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Cambridge, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink to get to Cambridge. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Shenfield to Cambridge in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £17.50.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Shenfield to Cambridge?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.